1991 Ferrari Mondial vs. 2012 Subaru Impreza
To start off, 2012 Subaru Impreza is newer by 21 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1991 Ferrari Mondial. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1991 Ferrari Mondial would be higher. At 3,185 cc (8 cylinders), 1991 Ferrari Mondial is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1991 Ferrari Mondial (267 HP @ 7000 RPM) has 2 more horse power than 2012 Subaru Impreza. (265 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1991 Ferrari Mondial should accelerate faster than 2012 Subaru Impreza. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1991 Ferrari Mondial weights approximately 15 kg more than 2012 Subaru Impreza. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2012 Subaru Impreza is all wheel drive (AWD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1991 Ferrari Mondial. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2012 Subaru Impreza will offer significantly more control. With that said, do keep in mind that many other factors such as speed and the wear on your tires can also have significant impact on traction and control. Let's talk about torque, 2012 Subaru Impreza (330 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 20 more torque (in Nm) than 1991 Ferrari Mondial. (310 Nm @ 5500 RPM). This means 2012 Subaru Impreza will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1991 Ferrari Mondial.
Compare all specifications:
| 1991 Ferrari Mondial | 2012 Subaru Impreza | |
| Make | Ferrari | Subaru |
| Model | Mondial | Impreza |
| Year Released | 1991 | 2012 |
| Body Type | Convertible | Station Wagon |
| Engine Position | Middle | Front |
| Engine Size | 3185 cc | 2500 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | boxer |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 267 HP | 265 HP |
| Engine RPM | 7000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 310 Nm | 330 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 5500 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | AWD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1470 kg | 1455 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4540 mm | 4415 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1800 mm | 1796 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1270 mm | 1476 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2660 mm | 2624 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 86 L | 64 L |
